[DerkThunder]

Ok, it may not be big enough to be called a collection yet. But It's definitely on it's way there especially considering I've only been old enough to buy handguns for a year.

I just want to show off my guns and see how respectable the arsenal is with my fellow gun nuts at THR.

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/7727/arsenalh.jpg
List of them:
Mossberg Model 88 Maverick - 12ga shotgun
DPMS Panther Arms AR-15 - .223 Rem/5.56mm
Ruger GP-100 - .357 Magnum
Springfield XD - 40 s&w

EDIT:

Thanks for suggestions. Right now I'm torn between deciding on a 22 kit for the AR, a pistol grip and forend for the shotgun, or a laser and light for the XD.

[SniperStraz]

I think you've got all bases covered.
(If it were me my next buy would be a pocket gun assuming you are legal to carry)

[Blackbeard]

Looks like you have your bases covered. Those ought to cover about 95% of all shooting purposes. I'd probably add a .22LR for plinking.

[LeonCarr]

You can take anything in North America with what you have in your collection.

Just my .02,
LeonCarr

[Precision33]

Good looking collection ;)

+ 1 on the .22LR if I was to comment....

[villemur]

Great start and nice quality items. In the future how about adding a .22 rifle for plinking, a .22 pistol for inexpensive practice, and at some point a .30 caliber deer rifle, perhaps with a good scope.

So many guns...so little time...

[Markus]

A lot better than mine was at your age! I'd agree with the others on adding some .22s and a H&R single shot 45-70.

[Arkansas Paul]

I had that many guns at your age, but mine were not of as good a quality. You have nice firearms. Just know now, that you'll never be satisfied. When you buy another, you'll be thinking of the next one before you get it home. It's a beautiful, never ending cycle.

[Gunfighter123]

Very good start !!!! Now ya NEED a .308 and a .22rf !!!!

[RX-178]

Let me put my thoughts in this manner:

I own about 20 guns (I haven't counted recently). Rifles, shotguns, pistols.

I'm still jealous of your collection.

I don't have a revolver anywhere near that pretty.

[content]

Hello friends and neighbors // :D I Respect Them Very Much

I bow to your excellent choices.

[Walkalong]

Excellent start. More than I had at 22 years of age. Here's two .45 Colts (http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=110443&d=1260062770) that I like.

Welcome to THR

[Six]

Good start, just add a .22 pistol (Ruger or Browning) and a single action revolver, preferably in .44 Magnum or 45 Colt.

I'd consider a .22 kit for the AR as well.

After that...you got everything you need and can start to think about what you want :D

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

Outstanding start - keep it going!

[frankiestoys]

Well you have two guns that own so ill give you a thumbs up .
The Maverick 88 is a great HD gun the GP well there just great ! I almost bought the same AR and that Springfield .40 is a fine auto. As stated you need a .22 lr and a sa of some sort like a Black hawk and maybe a bolt action ,and youre golden,

[lionken07]

+1 on the .22 LR be it a handgun or a rifle. Nothing like a whole day of shooting for very little $$.

Great collection btw.

[Gryffydd]

Excellent start. There's not really much you can't do with that collection. You need a couple of good .22s though. A good rifle and a good pistol. Great for practice, great for small game.
Yes, a big bore revolver like some have suggested would be nice, but that .357 will likely do anything you need a handgun to do. (Unless maybe you're in Alaska, but then that Mossberg is your best bet anyway.)
Beyond the .22s the only place you're really lacking is a heavier rifle cartridge suitable for hunting--if you're so inclined anyway.

[03Shadowbob]

A nice hunting gun and a sub compact and you are good to go.

[Darkninja]

Very nice. Better than mine! I've got a Ruger 10/22 and a Maverick 88. Get the 18.5 inch barrel, well worth it. I can't have pistols yet. :cuss:

[higher4hockey]

It's as respectable as you think it is. To me my gun collection is not about impressing other people, but having the right tool for the job. I'm an avid hunter and in my opinion, my gun collection is complete. I have eight guns, two of which can't legally be used for hunting, but the six others cover everything I need them to.

Granted I don't need anymore guns, that sure doesn't mean I don't want more guns. :D

To answer your question though, damn nice weapons you've got there!

[Gryffydd]

It's as respectable as you think it is.
+1
A respectable gun collection is one that does everything its owner needs it to.

[NoirFan]

That is a very useful set you have there. I don't think you need much else besides perhaps a .22 rifle of some sort. Very solid start for I am assuming under $2000? If you spend the next $2000 on marksmanship and ammo you will have the proficiency to match the quality of your tools!

[MachIVshooter]

A good start. .22 handgun, .22 Rifle and a full power center fire rifle (7mm mag, .308, .30-06, etc.) will cover plinking, small game and big game/long range. Then a small handgun for CCW.

But that is just the beginning. When I first turned 18, I had a Marlin model 81 .22 I inherited, a Remington Viper .22 I bought at 14, a Remington 700 .25-06 and a Marlin 1895 .45-70 that I bought on my 18th B-day. I focused on the collection, and by 19 I had added a Ruger Security-six .357, a Colt Mk IV stainless .45, a S&W Sigma .40, a Remington 870 12 gauge and a Ruger Mini 14. I'm 28 now, and have acuumulated a rather substantial collection.

It just depends on what you want. I'm a shooter, hunter and avid collector, so acquiring firearms to serve those purposes has meant many, many more than the guy who just needs a couple of HD guns, a plinker and a hunting rifle. But if you want to amass a huge inventory, you'll have to focus on that intensly.

I wish you many years of happy gun shopping

[glockman19]

not a bad start.

My first four firearms were:
Glock 19
Remington 870
S&W 686+ 4"
Springfield M1A Loaded

[Dr.Mall Ninja]

very nice start

[bigalexe]

Manual long-range rifle is my only suggestion. I would say something like a 30-06 or .308 (or .338 if your shoulders are strong) bolt-action, break-action or lever action. Also I would recommend a .22lr rifle or pistol to make it easy on the wallet to go and blow off rounds.

Respectable start I would say, and you've already got the most expensive stuff with the Handguns and AR-15.

[John_galt]

Great start! I would agree w the .22LR in rifle and pistol like nearly everyone else suggested. To round out the handguns you'll need a 9mm, and a.45. If you only get one .45 for you collection, has to be a 1911. This is from a guy who used be averse to 1911s. I've got a few more, but I've had more time. But you have me beat - I am embarrassed to say I've no revolvers. Checkback with us in 5 years - it will take several photos for you to post them all.

[warnerwh]

That is a nice set of guns. A .22 is a must for any gun collection. Besides they're fun to shoot and an excellent way to practice without spending any money to speak of. I wish I had what you have when I was your age.

[alemonkey]

Good start, but even more important is how well you use them. Practice, practice, practice....

[danbrew]

hahahahahahah. heh.

oh, yeah. good start. :D

Respectable is in the eye of the beholder. If it works for you, God Bless America.

[goon]

Looks like you're off to a good start, but what do you need your guns to do?
Calling it "respectable" because of the number of guns you have is kind of a mistake - my grandfather was perfectly well suited with his collection of only four guns for his entire life.
I'd say if you like your guns and they do what you need them to do, that's all you should worry about.
Don't waste your time asking "my" opinion. ;)

[heavyshooter]

It looks good to me. I have three of these guns so I am biased. :)

+1 on the 22lr (both hand gun and rifle).

[Redneck with a 40]

You've definitely got the bases covered, if it were me, I'd add a bolt gun in .308, I'm a fan of the Remmy 700's.:)

[Morrell]

Well that is a fine collection there. I am looking to get a GP 100 to add to my own collection in a month or two... But if you really want to start a collection, there is something missing... Mosin Nagant!! Dont ask why or even think on it, just get one- it is a must!

[HGUNHNTR]

Great collection, as said before..........add a rimfire rifle, and maybe a nice surplus gun, I would suggest snapping up a K31 before they are harder to find. That would round out a collection in my mind.

[FenderTK421]

Great start. If I can offer one piece of advice - don't throw your money at a pistol grip for the shotgun. They may look cool, but are next to useless for most applications w/ out some form of shoulder stock. A pistol grip WITH a shoulder stock on the other hand, is not bad. I put one on my first pump when I was 18. Suddenly lost all interest in shooting it. Your shotgun is near perfect just as it is. Instead of buying the shotgun accessories, go pick up a little Ruger 10/22 next payday and have a lot of cheap fun! :D

[Avenger29]

That's what we call a "good start".

I'm the same age as you (21), and have purchased all but three of my guns on my own. As you will see, I've got a few handguns and a couple of shotguns but my passion is shooting rifles. My favorite caliber is .22LR, and it allows me to keep my ammunition costs down.

I've purchased with my own $$$$. All of these firearms are high quality and have had excellent reliability, so I'd recommend them in a heartbeat.

Rem. 870
LMT AR-15
CZ-75 Compact
FN HiPower
Ruger Security Six
CZ-452 .22LR
Ruger 10/22
Ruger 22/45
Mosin 91/30
S&W Model 34-1 Kitgun

Family heirlooms:
Winchester 69 .22 rifle
Marlin 336
Mossberg Maverick 88

My next purchases will probably be a short barrel revolver and a suppressor or two (one in .22LR and one for .223)
I also advise you to buy the .22 kit for your AR-15 vs. the other items.

[trickyasafox]

great collection. welcome to THR

[RockyMtnTactical]

I'd say, it's a good start.

[bikerdoc]

You have made some good choices. Congrats.

Add a 10/22 carbine and a 22/45 pistol, a bolt action rifle, a lever gun, a 44 mag, something in 7.62x39, a snubby, a 45 ......... you get the idea.

Buy what you like and have fun.

[mcdonl]

That is what I tried to do, you know... just a small, reasonable collection. One of each type. Well... there are a LOT of "types" of guns!!

Good thing I didnt settle on one of each caliber. Nice collection you have there. Keep them all.

[Nuke8401]

Looks good, you know acquiring guns is an addiction right?

How do you know when you have a sufficient collection?

When you can't count the number of guns you have in your head.

[ChCx2744]

Nice collection! Man your .357mag wheelie looks wicked sick! I am planning to add a Ruger Redhawk with a full under lug to my collection...Seeing your collection makes me wanna buy it even more now :D

[06]

Glad to see a young man with his head on straight. Like the other suggestions I would add a 22 pistol and a long distance shooter. Naturally I prefer a 30-06 LOL. My first deer was with a Model 100 Winc. in 308 @ '70. My "truck gun"s now include a 700 Rm, M1A, and an "M" style SKS. The long guns are kept in a metal case but the SKS is free and dusty(it still works when dirty). The reason I suggest adding a long gun is most of the targets one might encounter can not hit you at over 3-400 yds. If you can engage them at 5-600 then you have a tremendous advantage. If you chose your position properly then you can take up your next position as the previous is taken. Let's hope we never have to face that problem on our own soil. wc

[Harvey]

Back to the OP: it appears that you have a keen interest in the "black" guns (not that there's anything wrong with that :rolleyes:) so can we assume that you'd have no worldly thoughts for the fit and finish of stainless steel and wood?

[devildog32713]

Add a Mossberg .22, a Mosin-Nagant or some other surplus weapon, and trade the XD40 for a Glock 22/23/27, NICE AR-15 Though, very very nice

[Gryffydd]

trade the XD40 for a Glock 22/23/27
:rolleyes:

[thriftyjoe]

Way to go! keep it up!
i would suggest a heavier hitting rifle, low budget get a commie AK47/Saiga, large budget get a 308 M1a or bolt action rifle.

[FIVETWOSEVEN]

oh noes! evil black assualt guns!

you should get a bolt action rifle in .308 like a rem 700 with a synthetic stock and a ruger 10/22 and you should be pretty much covered.

PS: make sure to get a black tacticool stock for the ruger to make a gun grabber cry.

[XD Fan]

What you have will suffice for most things your could normally do in the States, but I concur regarding the need for 22 lr and a heavier hitting deer rifle.

[searcher451]

There's only one person whose opinion matters in this case, and that's you. I would say, however, that you have made a nice start.

[ms6852]

Nice collection, I would have to agree with the rest you need to add 22lr in rifle and pistol for practicing, a lever action deer rifle in 30-30 cal or 35 remington which is good for deer and black bear and a nice bolt action rifle in 30-06 which can be reloaded as low and as high a bullet grain. 308 is also good.

[clarence222]

Collection looks good so far, I would also suggest a couple of 22's. Make sure you do plenty of research on the 22 uppers for your AR. I don't own a standard 22 upper myself, but I know some of the 22 uppers haven't got very good reviews. I'm sure some have just haven't read them yet. Colt and Smith both make AR style rifles in 22 for about what you can get the upper for. However the Colt has not got good reviews, and IIRC there is at least one thread here on the Colt.

I myself am a few years older than you and have a somewhat larger collection. That being said buy what interests you and what can you afford. Make sure you do plenty of research on any purchase you might make.

Just my 2 cents worth

[BurningSaviour]

You're off to a good start. The XDs are great pistols - I have a .40 and a .45, and the only problem I've ever had with either was that the earlier model XDs have had some finish problems, and that is apparent with my XD40. I've tried the Glock, I've tried the SigPro series.. it was the XD which convinced me that there was merit in these polymer framed pistols.
Don't let anyone give you crap about having bought a DPMS. They're good rifles. The first AR I bought was a DPMS A-15 16" carbine. Only gripes I had were Loc-Tite on the extension tube and end plate, and the DPMS "snow guard" handguards, although the latter never proved to be any real issue. People can whine to me all day long that it has the chrome moly barrel, no M4 feed ramps, an improperly staked gas key, etc, etc, etc. I've never had a problem with it feeding, haven't had the gas key come loose, and I can hang with the Colt/Noveske/LMT shooters just fine. I still have it and shoot it, even though I just recently did another 16" AR build.
Don't really know what you're looking to add. Personally, I'd say you need a .22... Ruger 10/22 is a good way to go, as is a Henry lever action. And a Mosin Nagant or two (or three, or four.. I swear, those things have a way of multiplying). Without any bubba jobs being done to it, of course.

[22-rimfire]

Good start. Come back when you have 20+. :D :D

You have an accumulation not a collection.

[jon_in_wv]

I agree with most of the posters here. The only things you need to round off the collections is a 22lr, a bolt action rifle, and a smaller gun like a snubbie or a pocket gun like a smaller 380. You have chosen well so far though.

[msb45]

When I was your age I only had a Mossberg 500 Shotgun.

It's about you and not other's opinion as mentioned above. I'd also 2nd a .22 rifle or pistol.

Remember according to the New York Times you already have an arsenal.

[Kentucky]

Your collection is grossly insufficient. See the thread at http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=494013 to get an idea of where you need to head :)

[FiREhAwk]

like has been said your bases are covered but imho I would check out a little carry gun or a bolt rifle with good glass in either .223 to go along with your ar or .270 or .308 for longer range target or hunting.

[ohioshooter]

it's better than what my first start was

[Kimber45acp]

Most people get a couple of certain types before going onto another genre. You Hit all the majors the first time. Please get an AK.

[hatchetbearer]

double post. my bad.

[hatchetbearer]

Nice. My own collection rounds yours out nicely.
MN 91/30
Tula .22 rifle
Mossberg 500
Marlin M-100 Break action .410
Hipoint 995
Ruger GP100 stainless .357
S&W m13 no dash
CZ-52
CZ-82
Iver Johnson TP-22
and 95% of an AR. CMMG upper with magpul furniture.

of them all, i think i like the Iver the best. got it when i was 19, on a trade for something. kept it in its little IWB holster for 2 years and then shot the hell out of it. cheap, simple blowback design and i got guns worth 10 times its price, but its just so much fun to empty 9 rounds in like 5 seconds. replaced several old springs i parted out from a broken airsoft gun and works better than it ever did. just wish i could find someone to duracoat it locally on the cheap.

id suggest finding a ruger mk III and a 10/22. kick myself for getting rid of them.

[jn1965]

Don't forget the milsurps...
(M1 Grand should cover all the large round needs :D )
and the odd ball guns too. My Mle 1892s are a blast - literally - to shoot.
Then there are all the Mauser variants to collect...
Oh and MN's too...

etc

etc

etc


I also agree on the .22lr semi-auto, I am loving my newly acquired 10/22

Also a nice Model 70 for hunting and you are good to go!


Just get whatever you want that makes YOU happy.

I started out wanting an evil black rifle but I was drawn to the odder old bolt actions from WWI and earlier...

[BMF500]

Looking good there. I will agree with the rest, next you need a .22lr.

[wvshooter]

You got me beat by a bunch. All I've got are handguns and I'm an old guy.

[EdLaver]

A Stainless GP100 is one of the most beautiful revolvers on the market today, of course #1 IMO would be a Mateba.

[ozhuntsman]

if i could have even half of what you got there i'd be over the moon.

i've got another 6-9 months before i can get a licence to use a handgun at a club using there guns. then it wont be until the following year before i can buy one, even then it can't be bigger than a .38 and i have to attend 6 competitions, and 4 range shooots a year to prove that i have a genuine reason for it.

and i can still only dream about owning a semi-auto rifle.

the joys of living in australia.

[Erik M]

The GP100 is a nice piece. You have done well. Id think about a plinker or a smaller automatic.

[Mr. Bojangles]

You need more, I sez, MOOOOOOOOOOOOORRRRRRRRREEEE!!!!

[Grassman]

+1 on the .22, loads of practice...not much moola.

[Marlin 45 carbine]

quite respectable I'll say there Sir.
my .02 you maybe think about a .22LR 'trail' pistol, a pocket rocket around the yard pistol (.32?) and if nothing else but an H&R single shot another 'spare' shotty since you already have ammo just in case a friend or family member is caught at your place when SHTF w/out a firearm. since you have 2 powerful pistols that spare shotty and 1 of the pistols someone would be well-armed.

[22-rimfire]

I like the fact that you are open minded as far as your gun selection goes. It suggests that you will put together an interesting accumulation as time, available money, and interest continues. In my opinion, you definitely should consider a couple 22's, a centerfire rifle (probably 308ish bolt), and perhaps another shotgun depending on your interests (gauge and design appropriate to your interests). I honestly don't shoot shotguns much except for hunting, but some do far more shooting with them. A pocket sized revolver or pistol may also be quite handy.

[moooose102]

it's a bit on the small side for a "collection". but you have the basics. just make sure you are proficient with each of them, and you have it made. you ever hear of the one gun man? that doesnt mean he was ill prepared for what came at him. he had to be GOOD with that one gun. i would suspect that in the old days, many, many men were one gun men. probably, mostly shotguns. they just did not have the extra income to buy a lot of guns.

[THe Dove]

Do you have something against wood? HAHA

The Dove

[Weedmonk]

Good practical stuff. Personally, I'd add a .22 auto (perhaps a Ruger MKII) for range practice and a S&W Airweight .38spl for concealed carry when the XD40 is too large for concealment.

[bushmaster1313]

Anything that makes Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Shumer upset is respectable.

Good start.

Enjoy safely and responsibly

[Walkalong]

Anything that makes Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Shumer upset is respectable.
Amen brother.......:D

[WingRider]

Good start
OT- walkalong- Amen on your sigline-Palin/Nugent '12:evil:

[JEB]

dang! ive been wanting an AR an a gp100 for a while. i spent too much time buying as many cheap guns as i could. remember, if you know what you want, its worth saving up for. i would trade off several of my old guns for a new one but none of the ones i would part with are worth anything.

p.s. great choice on the maverick 88! i bought mine about 8-9 years ago and it has never failed me!

[MinnMooney]

You have a wonderful variety of weaponry !!

Anything extra that you add to your collection will now be redundancy.

Oh praise be to redundancy!! I'm what you'd call redundantly redundant.:evil:

[mcdonl]

i spent too much time buying as many cheap guns as i could. remember, if you know what you want, its worth saving up for. i would trade off several of my old guns for a new one but none of the ones i would part with are worth anything.

Thats my story too jeb... but... just keep the older, cheaper guns as they are just as fun to shoot as a finer weapon is. Just not as fine. I learned that I need to save for something of higher quality and to stop selling guns unless I just do not like the gun.

[Defense Minister]

You've got the basics for defensive firearms, and you can hunt with them, too, if need be. But an absolute must is to add some .22LR rimfire guns. Don't get too caught up in all the accessories, especially for the shotgun. Make a .22 rifle your next purchase!

[Extremely Pro Gun]

Sniper rifle. Pocket Gun. 22 Rifle.

[Dr.Mall Ninja]

get a 1911 man

[DerkThunder]

Hey guys I just bought a bunch of upgrades and accessories for my guns shown in this post. Check out the upgrades here: http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=497142